In today’s episode, I share the story of how this podcast came to be. I give you insight into my personal journey, starting with the ‘mysterious’ illness that led me to discover how food and agriculture impacts our lives in profound, but often invisible ways.
I came to learn that three of my biggest interests - environmental sustainability, health and wellness, and social justice - converged in one domain; food systems. Throughout my years of hands-on research, I’ve witnessed a great deal of beauty, but I’ve also been digging up some challenging truths. The complex problems I’ve uncovered require complex solutions, and I’ll be taking you along for a journey of speaking to those at the front lines - farmers, ranchers, backyard gardeners, forestry workers, indigenous seed keepers, waterway protectors, and more.
Together, we’ll answer questions such as:
Resources Mentioned: Documentary:Food, Inc.